First Parish in Brookline Religious Exploration Registration for 2026-2027

Children/Youth Information

This section is for the child/youth you are registering for Religious Exploration for 2026-2027.

All fields on this form are required unless they are marked Optional.

Name

Preferred Name

Grade

This is their grade for the next school year.

Birthdate

Second Child Name

Second Child Preferred Name

Second Child Grade

Second Child Birthdate

Parent/Guardian Information

Your Email Address

This address will receive a confirmation email

Total Number of Children/Youth you are Registering

Name for Parent/Guardian 1

Cell Phone Number for Parent/Guardian 1

Parent 1 Email

Please enter the email address where Parent/Guardian 1 would like to receive further RE communications.

Home Address for Parent/Guardian 1

Name for Parent/Guardian 2

Mobile Phone Number for Parent/Guardian 2

Parent 2 Email

Please enter the email address where Parent/Guardian 2 would like to receive further RE communications.

Home Address for Parent/Guardian 2

Full Name and Contact Info for other Parent(s)/Guardian(s)

Emergency Contact Information for your child

The emergency contact can be someone other than a parent/guardian.

Emergency Contact Name

Emergency Contact Phone

More About your Child

For Fall 2026, the RE offerings are as follows:

Infant and PreK: Nursery
Younger Elementary: Elementary Our Whole Lives (OWL)
Older Elementary: Crossing Paths (Updated Version of Building Bridges)
Middle School: Middle School Our Whole Lives (OWL)
High School: Youth Group

We aim to have age-siloed RE class 2-3 times per month. Once a month, we will host an intergenerational worship service instead of RE. About once per month, we will combine all age groups for a class or activity.

Elementary OWL runs from September-December. We will have a different RE offering for this age group in the Spring, yet to be finalized.

Generally, children are assigned to classes based on grade. Is there a need to make a different assignment for this child? *

Yes No Please contact me to discuss

For grades K-2, the main RE offering for Fall 2026 will be Our Whole Lives. This program requires a separate permission form. If your child is in grades K-2, please indicate whether you would like them to participate in Our Whole Lives. If your child does not participate in OWL, the alternative on RE class days will be free play in the nursery. Yes, I would like to enroll my child in OWL No, I do not give my child permission to attend OWL Please contact me with more information

If your child is in 9th-12th grade, they are welcome to be a part of our emerging youth programming. Please include their contact information here

Information regarding your child which will allow us to better support their growth and development and adapt to their needs (check all that apply).

Allergies to foods, medicine, latex, etc. My child is currently taking prescription medication. My child receives assistance/accommodations at school. My child is working on self regulation and/or impulse control. I would like an in-person meeting to discuss my child; please contact me. Other None of the above

What are one or more things that your child loves? (Favorite color, animal, sport, food, hobby, etc!)

If you checked any of the boxes above, please describe, to your comfort, any information regarding allergies, medications, and/or accommodations. Additionally, please feel free to share any information regarding your child that will help us ensure that they have the best possible experience in RE this year.

Photo / Video Policy: First Parish is a vibrant community that uses photos, videos and recordings during church-related celebrations and sometimes for publicity, brochures and on our website. Unless I communicate otherwise in writing to the CRE, I understand that the taking and usage of pictures/video of my child (or children in my care) is permitted, but that the church will never identify my child(ren) by name.

Yes No

Medical Emergency and Treatment: If the emergency contact or I cannot be reached in time, I hereby authorize the administration of emergency medical aid to my child. In emergencies requiring immediate medical attention, my child will be taken to the nearest hospital emergency room. I agree to accept financial responsibility for any and all emergency medical care so provided. I also authorize the FPB trip supervisors to administer medications to my child, if any, listed below on this form.

Yes

Permission to Participate: I grant permission for my child(ren) to take part in all Religious Exploration, Youth Programs, and Family and Children’s activities. I hereby relieve First Parish in Brookline, the leadership thereof, and the persons conducting this activity of any liability in connection with my child’s participation in these activities.

Yes

Should any information on this form change I will notify the First Parish in Brookline Church Administrator with updated information.

Yes

Ways to Connect

If you would like to volunteer with the RE program, please list your skills and interests here.

Meeting with the Minister Please check here if you are interested in scheduling time to meet with the minister, Rev. Jason Lydon, in order to learn more about First Parish Brookline or in reference to a pastoral concern.

Meeting with the RE Coordinator Please check here if you are interested in scheduling time to discuss your child's specific needs and/or opportunities for volunteering in the RE program.

Thank you for filling out this form!

First Parish in Brookline Religious Exploration Registration for 2026-2027

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